Uses, Dosage & Side Effects: Amlactin Cream

Amlactin Cream

Generic nameammonium lactate
Drug classalpha-hydroxy acid, emollient
Formstopical cream, topical lotion, wash

Amlactin is a topical moisturizer made of lactic acid and ammonium hydroxide. It is used on the skin to treat dryness and scaling.

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